7-Day AA Nonfinancial Commercial Paper Interest Rate
RIFSPPNAAD07NB • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
4.30
Year-over-Year Change
-0.46%
Date Range
10/6/2021 - 8/5/2025
Summary
The 7-Day AA Nonfinancial Commercial Paper Interest Rate tracks the average interest rates for short-term, unsecured debt instruments issued by high-quality nonfinancial corporations. This metric provides critical insights into corporate borrowing costs and short-term credit market conditions.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
Commercial paper represents an important short-term financing mechanism for corporations, typically with maturities ranging from 1 to 270 days. The AA rating indicates these are high-quality, low-risk debt instruments issued by financially stable companies with strong credit ratings.
Methodology
The rate is calculated by aggregating interest rates from multiple AA-rated nonfinancial corporations and computing a weekly average based on actual market transactions.
Historical Context
Economists and investors use this rate to assess corporate credit market health and potential shifts in short-term lending conditions. Central banks and financial analysts monitor these rates as an indicator of overall economic liquidity and corporate financial stability.
Key Facts
- Represents 7-day commercial paper rates for top-rated nonfinancial corporations
- Provides insight into short-term corporate borrowing conditions
- Reflects current credit market liquidity and risk perceptions
- Useful for assessing overall economic financial health
FAQs
Q: What does AA rating mean in commercial paper?
A: AA rating indicates high-quality, low-risk debt instruments from financially stable corporations with strong credit standings.
Q: How often is this rate updated?
A: The 7-Day AA Nonfinancial Commercial Paper Interest Rate is typically updated weekly by the Federal Reserve.
Q: Why do investors care about commercial paper rates?
A: These rates provide insights into corporate borrowing costs, credit market conditions, and potential economic trends.
Q: How does this rate relate to overall economic health?
A: Lower rates can indicate easier credit conditions, while higher rates might suggest increased economic uncertainty or risk.
Q: Can individual investors access commercial paper?
A: Most commercial paper is traded by institutional investors, but some money market funds offer indirect exposure to these instruments.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, 7-Day AA Nonfinancial Commercial Paper Interest Rate [RIFSPPNAAD07NB], retrieved from FRED.
Last Checked: 8/1/2025